I’ve had my XT-11 for years, and it has taken severe abuse and still works. Tried other brands, and still don’t have the confidence Klarus has ALWAYS delivered. Used this light reviewed, highly recommend.
Got mine a week ago. loved it so much. It lit up the campground at night like a day light and campers asked me what kind of flash is it. I told the "Kalrus xT11x. Wow..so bright and awesome. I own both XT11GT and XT11X as my back up light. Also Acebeam L30..so freakin bright !!
Hey you I need your help. Should I get Acebeam l30 or the Klarus xt11 x? What are your thoughts and specific comparisons? In use is the L30 800 lumens brighter or may that be exaduration?
Marshall from going gear recommended a klaurus flashlight to me when I asked him what would be a good one for law enforcement. I carry it everyday I work. It has been a great light. 👍🏼
I've had a Klarus G20 for I guess about 2 years now. It has very close to the same Turbo setting as the one you're reviewing here, but I hardly ever need it. Can't recall the exact step-downs from there, but I do think High is a bit brighter than 400 lumens. The only thing I don't particularly like about it is that the beam is very floody, with a spot being almost indiscernible at all. It's a double-edged sword, as the flood illuminates a very wide area, but if I want to pinpoint what's making noise in the woods that my dog is getting ready to chase after, there's no pinpointing to be had with the G20. This light looks like it might fit all my bills. Would prefer a 26650 battery (which the G20 does have), just because I live pretty far out in the country and have needed (and appreciated) having 90 minutes or so of very bright light at my disposal. Plus, using it the way I do the vast majority of the time, it holds a charge for more than a month, sometimes more, using it for 10 or 15 minutes every single night of the week to walk the dog before hittin' the rack. Anyway, good review and decent beam shots. This light definitely has more spot than the G20. Today is Cyber Monday, but I've already spent a ton of dollars on Winter clothes this week, so I may have to miss the best deals out there. Oh well, your review still sold me. Thanks.
I have owned Klarus torches for many years and I just received the new XT11X. I really have no complaints at all. It is a very well made light The only thing I would like is an anti-roll ring for the new XT11X, but that is a very small criticism
Thanks for your review Living Survival. Klarus, one of the top flashlight producers. I own a XT11GT, (among some other flashlights) 2000 Ansi Lumen. Fantastic flashlight. As far as I can see the XT11X is quite the same type of light. It has maybe a bigger spot. But it seems, watching your fine vid, that the XT11GT has even some more beam distance. Well to be true when it is not completely dark the distance is more like 200-250m. Which is more than enough in most situations. And you are right, I use the 10 and 100 lumen most of the time. Sometimes the 400lm and almost never the 2000 lm. Only to show off or so. My question: How do you see the XT11X in relation to the XT11GT?
Hi,friend,we are Klarus official agent in Amazon.com,you can click the purchase link to to see more details.The XT11X is upgraded version of XT11GT.Thank you.
Eric Rozanski well both flashlights are fine. And they are very alike too. For me personally the XT11GT is perfect. But... if I had the XT11X I would probably say the same.
I have the fantastic XT11GT 2000 lumens. A little trick to make it a little brighter AND throw over 100 meters more is to get the Klarus 3400 mah battery. It makes the best flashlight even better.
Yes. The domed xhp70.2 sacrificed surface intensity for higher lumens. For that size reflector getting 300 M out of the xhp70.2 is impossible. If you dedomed it there would likely by a donut hole effect problem and not have full throw or a weird ugly beam pattern . Changing the angle of the reflector wouldn't achieve much better either. But, intrinsically, the flood matched the performance of the LED as additional throw might be hard to see from the brightness of the spill.
Cool light!! I'm keen on the new xt1a from klarus, could you see if they'd send you one for review? would love to hear your thoughts on it. Looks like another leap in aa/14500 light technology.
Look at the Nitecore MT10A. That 14500 light sets the standard for 14500 lights. These Klarus rocker style tailswitches have been an issue for many who have dropped their lights onto hard surfaces like concrete. Including total failures! My MT10A's put out 920 lumens @ 7300cd. There is no other light even close to its versatility that i have ever seen, used or owned. And I say that with over 45 years of experience with all manner of flashlights, too. I have dropped my Nitecores numerous times on even concrete. They just shrug it off. Really like the Klarus design, however -- will wait until they have thoroughly worked out the bugs in the design of their tailswitches. Meanwhile, there is always -- and I mean _always_ -- an MT10A within about ten steps or less of me, day & night -- when not inside my pocket. And that has been for some years now, too.
Does anyone know what the color temperature of the light from the XT11X is (CRI)? I have an XT11S and love it for its functionality, but the color temperature of the light is leaning toward a cool white. I prefer a neutral or warmer white because this renders color better. I noticed that the LED in the light had a yellow coloration to it, which is often associated with a warmer/neutral light output. Is the light output 4500 degrees Kelvin, 5000 degrees Kelvin, etc.?
Actually the original first generation lights finish and durability is better and the construction is better . But with that even said they only lasted about 5 years and they both died. The original xt11 my original first generation x t 30 . They're both died about a year ago I hope the GT Electronics hold up better. Because I really love these lights
This flashlight saved my life when I got lost in an upper peninsula Forest\swamp. Thank you Klarus
i guess I am pretty randomly asking but does anyone know a good website to watch newly released movies online ?
@Zavier Levi lately I have been using Flixzone. Just search on google for it =)
@Zavier Levi I watch on flixzone. You can find it by googling :)
@Zavier Levi i watch on FlixZone. Just google for it =)
The Klarus lights were my first foray into the flashlight game. Still have them and they still run great!
My favorite light is the ST11. I love the floody output of it. Can't imagine what I'd do with a brighter light.
I’ve had my XT-11 for years, and it has taken severe abuse and still works. Tried other brands, and still don’t have the confidence Klarus has ALWAYS delivered. Used this light reviewed, highly recommend.
Got mine a week ago. loved it so much. It lit up the campground at night like a day light and campers asked me what kind of flash is it. I told the "Kalrus xT11x. Wow..so bright and awesome. I own both XT11GT and XT11X as my back up light. Also Acebeam L30..so freakin bright !!
Hey you I need your help. Should I get Acebeam l30 or the Klarus xt11 x? What are your thoughts and specific comparisons? In use is the L30 800 lumens brighter or may that be exaduration?
I think xt11x better than l30
You absolutely do the best reviews man! Thanks Ben.
Marshall from going gear recommended a klaurus flashlight to me when I asked him what would be a good one for law enforcement. I carry it everyday I work. It has been a great light. 👍🏼
I agree with his recommendation.
Try the new Eagletac t25c2 pro pls
just got this to test out for myself recently and I recommend it to other LEO's. Nice Vid.
They make great lights for LEO
Klarus ranks right up there with Olight, Nitecore, Thrunite 👍🔦🧀🇺🇸
I've had a Klarus G20 for I guess about 2 years now. It has very close to the same Turbo setting as the one you're reviewing here, but I hardly ever need it. Can't recall the exact step-downs from there, but I do think High is a bit brighter than 400 lumens. The only thing I don't particularly like about it is that the beam is very floody, with a spot being almost indiscernible at all. It's a double-edged sword, as the flood illuminates a very wide area, but if I want to pinpoint what's making noise in the woods that my dog is getting ready to chase after, there's no pinpointing to be had with the G20. This light looks like it might fit all my bills. Would prefer a 26650 battery (which the G20 does have), just because I live pretty far out in the country and have needed (and appreciated) having 90 minutes or so of very bright light at my disposal. Plus, using it the way I do the vast majority of the time, it holds a charge for more than a month, sometimes more, using it for 10 or 15 minutes every single night of the week to walk the dog before hittin' the rack.
Anyway, good review and decent beam shots. This light definitely has more spot than the G20. Today is Cyber Monday, but I've already spent a ton of dollars on Winter clothes this week, so I may have to miss the best deals out there. Oh well, your review still sold me. Thanks.
I have owned Klarus torches for many years and I just received the new XT11X.
I really have no complaints at all. It is a very well made light
The only thing I would like is an anti-roll ring for the new XT11X, but that is a very small criticism
Thanks for the review. I just purchased this light. One thing though you were referring to the strobe as turbo.
It happens. 🙏
Just got one of these babies, Nice one man, You could, without doubt talk a glass eye to sleep.
My favorite flashlight is the thrunite TC15. To me, it is flawless. Nearly. I would love to have a USB type C connector on it.
Thanks for your review Living Survival. Klarus, one of the top flashlight producers. I own a XT11GT, (among some other flashlights) 2000 Ansi Lumen. Fantastic flashlight. As far as I can see the XT11X is quite the same type of light. It has maybe a bigger spot. But it seems, watching your fine vid, that the XT11GT has even some more beam distance.
Well to be true when it is not completely dark the distance is more like 200-250m. Which is more than enough in most situations.
And you are right, I use the 10 and 100 lumen most of the time. Sometimes the 400lm and almost never the 2000 lm. Only to show off or so.
My question: How do you see the XT11X in relation to the XT11GT?
I think you answered your own question. Not as bright with tighter spot.
Hi,friend,we are Klarus official agent in Amazon.com,you can click the purchase link to to see more details.The XT11X is upgraded version of XT11GT.Thank you.
Carel van Heugten I’m debating on getting the Xt11x or the Xt11gt, what one would you recommend
Eric Rozanski well both flashlights are fine. And they are very alike too. For me personally the XT11GT is perfect. But... if I had the XT11X I would probably say the same.
I actually won one !! Waiting for it to arrive from China is killing me though!!! 😁
Nice, enjoy.
Looks like another decent light. Thanks for doing the review.
I have the fantastic XT11GT 2000 lumens. A little trick to make it a little brighter AND throw over 100 meters more is to get the Klarus 3400 mah battery. It makes the best flashlight even better.
Nice!
Is it worth upgrading from the klarus 3100mah battery to the 3600mah one? will it make it stronger or just longer battery time?
Check out the Klarus 360x3! Think you'll dig it...
Great review! Looks like a great piece of kit!
Blessings
Can you focus the light beam to a spot beam or is it just flood
Thanks Ben, Was curious if you'll be doing more house updates on LS2
Hopefully I get less busy soon.
This light although great needs more throw distance!
Yes. The domed xhp70.2 sacrificed surface intensity for higher lumens. For that size reflector getting 300 M out of the xhp70.2 is impossible. If you dedomed it there would likely by a donut hole effect problem and not have full throw or a weird ugly beam pattern . Changing the angle of the reflector wouldn't achieve much better either.
But, intrinsically, the flood matched the performance of the LED as additional throw might be hard to see from the brightness of the spill.
Cool light!! I'm keen on the new xt1a from klarus, could you see if they'd send you one for review? would love to hear your thoughts on it. Looks like another leap in aa/14500 light technology.
Look at the Nitecore MT10A. That 14500 light sets the standard for 14500 lights.
These Klarus rocker style tailswitches have been an issue for many who have dropped their lights onto hard surfaces like concrete. Including total failures!
My MT10A's put out 920 lumens @ 7300cd. There is no other light even close to its versatility that i have ever seen, used or owned. And I say that with over 45 years of experience with all manner of flashlights, too. I have dropped my Nitecores numerous times on even concrete. They just shrug it off. Really like the Klarus design, however -- will wait until they have thoroughly worked out the bugs in the design of their tailswitches. Meanwhile, there is always -- and I mean _always_ -- an MT10A within about ten steps or less of me, day & night -- when not inside my pocket. And that has been for some years now, too.
This vs Acebeam L30 ii. I'm leaning towards the L30. Change my mind
Ben Braceletspurple why did you choose L30
Great review bud! Extra mile.
Thanks! 👍
Does anyone know what the color temperature of the light from the XT11X is (CRI)? I have an XT11S and love it for its functionality, but the color temperature of the light is leaning toward a cool white. I prefer a neutral or warmer white because this renders color better. I noticed that the LED in the light had a yellow coloration to it, which is often associated with a warmer/neutral light output. Is the light output 4500 degrees Kelvin, 5000 degrees Kelvin, etc.?
6500K
Would the flashlight turn in easy in my pocket?
What are the output levels using standard non-IMR 18650s?
Will a thrym 2.0 switchback work with this light
This or the olight M2r warrior? Which is a better choice for outdoors?
IMO this.
How do you like the Thrunite TH30?
Actually the klarus XT11 GT still has three settings.
Correct, my bad.
Actually the original first generation lights finish and durability is better and the construction is better . But with that even said they only lasted about 5 years and they both died. The original xt11 my original first generation x t 30 . They're both died about a year ago I hope the GT Electronics hold up better. Because I really love these lights